Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology

Bachelor's degree · Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University · Blacksburg, VA

CIP 40.04

$43,494Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$67,892Median earnings 4 years after
$61,614Median earnings 5 years after
$23,250Median federal debt
40Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University earn a median of $43,494 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $60,997 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,531–$78,104). Median debt is $23,250, about 53% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology graduates from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University make?

The median salary is $43,494 one year after graduation and $61,614 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,250.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.